Tools and Techniques for Futures Thinking Exploration
Abstract
Scenarios are powerful tools for exploring alternative future possibilities and their implications. By constructing and analyzing different scenarios, we can better anticipate potential changes, identify emerging issues, and prepare more robust strategies. Scenario development is a core methodology in futures thinking that helps organizations and decision-makers avoid cognitive biases like straight-line extrapolation of current trends.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Scientific Research and Philosophical Inquiry
Strategic Planning and Analysis
Complex Systems and Decision Making
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Design Thinking
- Pages
- 75–105
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter